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Nine plots major Today show shake-up
2 Feb
Summary
- Network is actively planning for life after Karl Stefanovic.
- Potential replacements for Karl Stefanovic are being considered.
- Major format overhaul for Today show is being discussed.
Channel Nine is reportedly strategizing for a future without long-time presenter Karl Stefanovic at the helm of the "Today" show. Insiders suggest the network is actively planning a major shake-up, including potential format changes, to boost ratings against rival "Sunrise." This comes as Stefanovic, 52, and current co-host Sarah Abo, 39, embark on what could be their final ratings campaign together.
Discussions within Nine's North Sydney headquarters are reportedly focusing on Stefanovic's succession plan. Several candidates are rumored to be in contention for his co-hosting role, with Melbourne newsreader Tom Steinfort and Brisbane anchor Joel Dry mentioned as possibilities. More ambitious plans reportedly include attempting to recruit "Sunrise" personality Matt Shirvington. Stefanovic, who has been a fixture on the number two breakfast show for nearly two decades, recently launched his own independent YouTube podcast, "The Karl Stefanovic Show."
